Wall printing is becoming increasingly popular, but the equipment alone is only half the battle. Without proper preparation, you risk failed projects, frustrated customers and equipment gathering dust in a corner. That’s why we’ve put together a practical course that shows you the technical, business and operational aspects of wall printing, so that you know exactly how to operate from day one.
Why is simply buying a wall printer not enough for a wall printing business?
Without the right skills, a wall printer becomes an object that takes up space in the garage. I know this from my own experience. A few years ago, I had no idea how to operate a wall printer. Today, I carry out projects for demanding clients and help others enter the wall printing industry.
It was thorough preparation that made the difference. Working professionally with a printer involves much more than just pressing the ‘start’ button. You need to know how to assess the surface, how to prepare files for printing, how to carry out the entire process, and how to look after the equipment so that it lasts for years. Wall printing is an industry that offers almost unlimited possibilities, but only if you know how to make the most of them.
What does comprehensive wall printing training involve?
Online training: materials and course
Before you start the practical sessions, you’ll be given access to online materials. The package includes an online course on how to make money from wall printing, as well as a handbook and instructional videos. This allows you to learn the basics of wall printing at your own pace, and during the practical sessions you can move straight on to the exercises. The programme covers both equipment operation and preparation for starting a business.
On the wall printers⁺ course, you’ll find answers to your questions and learn things that weren’t covered in technical training provided by other suppliers.
Practical training
The wall printer training lasts a few hours. You can take part in two ways: in person at the European headquarters of wall printers⁺ in Szczecin (Poland) or remotely via video link. Groups are small, allowing the trainer to give each participant their full attention, whilst trainees can share experiences and network, as each of them enters the wall printing business with a different background.
Wall printers⁺ also offers the option of training additional people, such as a business partner or a future employee, so that no one in the team is left as ‘the one who doesn’t know how to operate a wall printer’.
Technical training
What should you know before switching on the printer?
The first part of the course covers the basics you need to master before you even start the machine. First and foremost, how to check whether a particular wall is suitable for printing. Surface preparation is key, as the quality of the final result depends on it. You’ll also learn what questions to ask the customer over the phone to avoid problems on site.
The second topic is assembling the machine. The printer requires the assembly of rails, wheels, guides and the print head. You’ll learn everything step by step, under the instructor’s guidance.
Equipment maintenance
This part may seem less appealing than actually creating colourful walls, but in reality it determines the profitability of the entire venture. Most costly breakdowns result from neglect in the daily maintenance of the ink delivery system.
You’ll learn about issues typical of day-to-day work with the printer: automatic print head cleaning, ensuring the correct operating frequency, and the maintenance procedure after each job. You’ll develop habits that will later protect you from repair costs.
Preparing graphic files and designs for printing
This part usually worries many people, as they have never worked with graphics software before. Most participants start from scratch and manage without any problems, as the course covers only those Photoshop functions that are actually needed.
You will learn how to assess whether a file from a client is of sufficient quality for large-format printing. You’ll learn how to prepare files for printing, crop images to the correct proportions, adjust sizes and control the colour profile. Importantly, you’ll also learn what to do if a wall-mounted printer isn’t printing colours correctly and how to prevent this at the design preparation stage.
Without this knowledge, you won’t be able to prepare a print-ready design. After the training, you’ll be able to do this before you even start the machine. It’s a skill that distinguishes a professional from an amateur.
Control software and control panel
You manage print parameters using specialist software such as MainTop or Flexi Print. They may seem complicated at first, but as you go through all the settings one by one, you’ll quickly grasp the principles.
The printer comes with an 11-inch touchscreen tablet, which allows you to monitor the process in real time. You set the starting point, track progress and react as you go. Learning to use the printer covers both the software and the control panel, so that after the training you’ll feel confident with every print job.
A colourful wall with your own hands
The theory makes sense when you see the result with your own eyes. You carry out the entire wall printing process from start to finish: you start the machine, position it against the wall, do a test print and complete the actual project. You watch as the image gradually appears on the surface, and with every colourful wall, your confidence grows that you can do this on your own.
You practise on the organiser’s machine, not your own. Your equipment will be delivered separately by courier with full insurance.
From training to your own business with a wall printer
Technical knowledge is just the beginning. Wall printers⁺ runs its own implementation programme covering the preparation of graphic files and business strategy. The consultancy covers both the marketing aspect and the practical side of selling wall printing services: you receive promotional materials, access to a closed community of printers and specific tasks to complete.
Running a wall printer business also requires the assurance that your equipment won’t let you down. Wall printers⁺ provides a 24-month warranty service, dispatch of spare parts from our warehouse in Poland within 24 hours of ordering, and rapid technical support. Comprehensive support from wall printers⁺ helps you quickly overcome initial challenges. You return from the session confident that you know what to do step by step.
Summary
Wall printer training is not a formality, but the foundation on which you build your entire business. A few hours of practical training under the guidance of an instructor equips you with the skills to avoid costly mistakes and enables you to confidently carry out projects from your very first job.
FAQ — frequently asked questions
How long does the wall printer training last?
The practical part lasts a few hours. Beforehand, however, you’ll be given access to online materials, which you can work through at your own pace before the practical sessions.
Do I need to know how to use graphic design software?
No. The training covers the Photoshop features you’ll actually use when working with wall printing. Most people start with no graphic design experience and manage just fine.
Can I also train my employee or business partner?
Yes. Wall printers⁺ offers the option to train additional members of your team so that everyone in the company can operate the wall printer.
Where does the training take place?
You have two options: on-site training at the European headquarters of wall printers⁺ in Szczecin (Poland) or remote training via video link. In both cases, the groups are small.
Do I practise on my own equipment?
No. The exercises take place on the organiser’s equipment. Your printer will be delivered separately, with insurance, directly to the address you provide.
What exactly do I do during the practical part?
You carry out the entire process: from starting up the device, through positioning it against the wall and a test print, right up to the finished design on the wall. You do everything yourself, under the instructor’s supervision.
Can I count on further support after the training?
Yes. Wall printers⁺ provides a 24-month warranty service, rapid technical support and dispatch of spare parts from our warehouse in Poland within 24 hours. Additionally, you have access to a private community of printers, where you can exchange experiences with other operators.
Does the training also cover business knowledge?
Yes. The training focuses on operating the wall printer, but that is just the first step. Wall printers⁺ runs a comprehensive onboarding programme with marketing materials, access to a closed community of printers and specific tasks to complete. This preparation enables you to start your business from day one.
